Car Hire Zimbabwe

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Are you looking for affordable car hire in Zimbabwe? Now a day’s it is very popular to rent a car, the majority choose to pick up a car at the airport. With car rental you and your family have the opportunity to take pleasant day trips in the areas surrounding and you will not be dependent on public transport. By comparing prices of car rental from several players, you can save a lot of money. If you prefer to retrieve the rental car in the city center, this is also possible.
The country offers great natural and cultural experiences. It is advisable to book your car rental well before departure, so you’re sure to get just the car that suits you, at the lowest price. In certain periods there may be high demand among rental companies, and the cheapest cars are usually taken first.

Zimbabwe short guide

Car Hire Zimbabwe

Car Hire Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia) is located far south on the African continent, and has a common border with Botswana, South Africa, Mozambique and Zambia. The country has a population of 11.4 million (2009) – and the official language is English, although it is also spoken several regional languages.

One of the world’s biggest and most famous waterfalls, Victoria Falls, located in the Zambezi River – which flows along the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. It is the most visited tourist attraction – and is also on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Also “Great Zimbabwe” is part of world heritage. It is the largest and oldest ruin town Saharan, and was probably the center of the old Munhumutapa Empire between 400 and 1400 AD

Zimbabwe has a tropical climate, with a rainy season that lasts from November to March. Large parts of the country now consists of a highland, located approx 1000m, where the climatic conditions more moderate.

The capital Harare, which is fairly far north of the country, is Zimbabwe’s largest city (1.4 million. Pop.).

Other major cities are Bulawayo (676,000. Pop.), Chungwiza (321.000 inh.) And Mutare (190,000 pop.).

Traffic and Driving Tips Zimbabwe

Foreign visitors are permitted to drive with their domestic driving permits and International driver licenses (permits) for up to 90 days.
Driver permits issued by Malawi, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland are valid in Zimbabwe.

Driving in Zimbabwe is extremely hazardous, especially at night since pedestrians in dark clothing and animals are often walking along and on the roads.

Speed limits:

– 120 km/h on open roads
– 60km/h in urban areas.

Legal blood-alcohol level is 0.08%.

Traffic drives on the left side of the road.
At uncontrolled intersections, it is a rule to give way to traffic approaching on the road to car’s right.
It is required to have warning triangles, a fire extinguisher, serviceable spare wheel, efficient jack and wheel spanner.
Drivers are required to yield to pedestrians crossing on a green light.
A fire engine, ambulance or police vehicle sounding a siren takes precedence over all other traffic.

Drivers are required to wear seat belts.
It is illegal to use a cell phone while driving.
Drivers who are towing a caravan or trailer are required to display a set of T-signs. The white T-sign must be placed on the extreme right of the caravan or trailer whilst.
The minimum driving age is 16 years.

Zimbabwe’s main airport is Harare International Airport, located 12 km south of the capital.

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Popular Destinations Zimbabwe

Bulawayo Airport – Harare – Harare Airport – Victoria Falls Airport

 

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